Nikhil Sharma, MD & COO, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group sees Tier II and III markets, spiritual tourism and improved infrastructure driving the next wave of growth, while he also urges for easier visas, stronger destination marketing and better last-mile connectivity to unlock India's tourism potential. Notably, the group plans to open 20 hotels this calendar year.

Despite the complexities and current crisis, the overarching sentiment is largely optimistic. With India’s travel and hospitality sector currently contributing around 5–6% to GDP and projected to reach 10% in the coming years, the industry is poised for significant expansion. The industry experts couldn’t agree more.

Radisson Hotel Group is expanding its portfolio to include Shirdi, Puri, Indore, and Ujjain, spiritual and pilgrimage cities, tapping into one of the fastest-growing segments of domestic travel. According to the Ministry of Tourism, religious tourism recorded over 1,439 million visits in 2022, generating around INR 1.34 trillion in revenue, highlighting the scale and resilience of faith-linked...

The hotel features 115 well-appointed rooms and suites, each designed with bold accents, modern comforts, and smart in-room technology.

The Group reported a 6% increase in RevPAR and 7% growth in ADR, supported by higher occupancy across markets and disciplined rate strategies.